Can't go wrong if you're looking for something savory or sweet. Great quiches, great pastries, great coffees and even better staff. So friendly and welcoming. Stopped here a few times in the last week while vacationing on Orcas Island. Had a great talk with David during one of our visits. Have us lots of recommendations for bakeries down in SF and near Santa Rosa where we're from. A must stop if visiting Orcas. read more

Brown Bear Baking - Everything!!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

It really is between 3.5 & 4 stars. The food is good here and I appreciate the Homemade pastries. Service is fast and friendly. Grabbing a quick bite here is worth waiting in line for a few minutes. read more

What a treat! We visited on a Sunday morning and while many businesses were closed for the off-season, Brown Bear Baking was a cozy and welcoming spot. We tried the salmon quiche, peach croissant, and pain aux chocolat. Each pastry was delicious and we loved being able to see new pastries being made! The service was very friendly and we were almost tempted to stop back in the afternoon for another treat, but will have to next time! read more

Brown Bear Baking - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

Absolutely incredible. Friendly and welcoming staff, TOP notch pastries, and a lovely indoor and outdoor atmosphere. Sad they were only open on the last day of our stay, but well worth the wait! read more

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Brown Bear Baking is a delightful bakery. We visited Orcas Island over Memorial Day Weekend and must have stopped by BBB at least 3 times. The staff members were so friendly. We loved the peanut butter sandwich cookies. read more

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The anticipation was killing us to get here because they're only open certain days of the week, but it was certainly worth the wait. Their pastries are delicious. The service was great and friendly. We even came a little later in the day and they still had plenty of stock. I'm always worried when going to get pastries from a bakery after the morning rush that they won't have anything left or at least not a great selection. That was not the case here. Definitely add this to your list of spots to try when you're on Orcas Island. read more

Amazing bakery. Have been here many times over the years. The quality never wavers. Great bakers and

The homemade granola and cookies made with this was delicious! Morning bun with a hint of orange was one of the best pastries. The bread with seeds and GF was dense and can last a long time in the freezer. Highly recommend if you're on the island. Go early popular items sell out quickly. read more

Love this bakery! We came here for a birthday trip and I picked up a little fruit tart as a birthday treat. It was perfectly sweet with fresh fruit, tasted fresh even though I picked it up later in the day! We came back here the following day for coffee and pastries and had a wonderful time. The pastries are delicious, some of the best I've ever had. There is an outdoor seating area as well, dog friendly so we enjoyed the sunny space with our puppy. Overall, I'll definitely be back. Happy eating! read more

Brown Bear Baking - Lattes, bear claw, croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

i do not have enough good things to say about Brown Bear Baking pastries were absolutely amazing. our whole group went back for extra pastries for the rest of our trip. who says i can't have five chocolate muffins on vacation?! (will never stop thinking of those muffins ) dave was so kind and welcoming and made us feel at home. i cannot wait to return to orcas. i feel so inspired to emulate the kindness we were shown at my own hotel & cafe at home read more

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Wow wow wow! If you're on Orca's Island this is a must stop place! From our delicious vanilla and hazelnut lattes to the mouth water salmon & veggie quiches, to the crisp and delicious Pain au Chocolat (chocolate pastry) everything was delightful. The croissant that had me coming back for more every time though was the croissant pêche! It was the perfect balance of fresh fruit and sweet pastry. The staff was kind and offered recommendations of their favorite dinner spots on the island. The vibe of the bakery was welcoming and had indoor and outdoor seating! The only "downside" was they had a smaller menu at the bakery than we found online. This may have been due to the fact we went on the first day it had reopened after winter break though. All in all this is a must stop place! read more

Brown Bear Baking - Left - Crossiant pêche Right - Smoked salmon and goat cheese quiche - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

This came highly recommended by the internet. The internet was right. The croissants were so soft and flaky and wonderful. They had multiple types. We got a spinach and feta as well as a ham and cheese. Both were fantastic. Coffee and chai were both perfect. The staff was super nice and efficient. There is indoor and outdoor seating as well as to go containers. Perfect spot to read a book while drinking your coffee or have a nice time with a friend. 10/10 recommend. read more

Brown Bear Baking - So many pastries! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

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After an eventful and beautiful camping trip at Moran State Park, we stopped here for some breakfast treats before heading back on the ferry to Anacortes. It's nestled right in the heart of the small downtown area, and it's hard to miss with a decent courtyard of people all enjoying the yummy treats in the sun. So many yummy looking treats on display. As you can see phone did not eat first here. It was so delicious! Ham and Swiss croissant so savory so flaky and the peach croissant was so good so balanced and also flaky. Service was super kind. We got a black coffee as well and you get a free refill before 4pm. A must stop on the island! read more

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All I can say is DELICIOUS!, best pastries I've had, the only thing is bakery is only open a few days out of the week. We were so happy we got to try it, it was worth it. read more

Relatively long line for 8:20 on a Friday but they were efficient. Super cute bakery with absolutely delicious food. Surprised my how many veggies were packed in read more

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The (often long) line is there for a reason! Think: temptation in the form of buttery scents; eager visitors and locals alike; pastries, quiche, and sandwiches crafted with artistry; and fulfillment on the first bite. (The coffee is pretty darn good as well!) Add: a beautiful team often seen delivering smiles to customers. An irresistible island stop. read more

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Great coffee, great fresh and tasty food, fantastic service, and dog friendly (which seems rare around here!). Will definitely stop by here again when the opportunity presents itself. read more

How about a cheerful greeting along with an astounding array of baked goods worth a 6am inter island ferry? Oh heck yeah. I have been waiting since prior to Covid to stand in this line first thing in the morning to experience pastry perfection and let me just tell you. The case was as beautiful as it was delicious. Outstanding g warm and friendly staff and baked goods that qualify as divine experiences. Oh yes. Worth the wait and lived up to my memory. read more

Brown Bear Baking - Keith Aman and chocolate crossaint. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

I'm so sad I didn't snag a picture. But the pastries here are worth every calorie. The coffee is perfect iron. The vibes are on point t. 10/10 will come back to East Sound just for this spot if I had to. Love all the outdoor seating is dog friendly to boot. A highlight of our time on Orcas was sitting outside in the garden smelling flowers and our coffee and eating the delicious food here. read more

Give me all of the chocolate croissants you have. Wait. I'm worried that what you heard was "Give me a lot of chocolate croissants". What I said was, "Give me ALL of the chocolate croissants you have." read more

Pecan sticky bun was good. There were random raisins in it; not enough to feel like they were intentional, but just like someone accidentally dropped a few in. Currant scone was dry. Anything with croissant dough was mediocre. The dough itself was lackluster. read more

Overall, a wonderful bakery! I highly recommend the seeded bread if you're vegan - it's super moist and flavorful. Would've liked to see some more vegan presence but glad to have at least one option! I met the owners the second visit which was upbeat and pleasant, but my first experience was quite stressful and a bit negative! The person behind the counter was a rude when the group in front of me and my group were confused on the ordering process. The person was clearly annoyed by our confusion and the time it took us order. Generally, we felt very rushed. Love the owners, story, and pastries we bought, though! read more

Loved this place. Amazing quiche and pecan sticky buns. Our first stop every morning.

This place is a must! Service is fast and friendly. They have an amazing selection of goodies. The ambiance is that of a coffee shop. Limited indoor seating, but plenty of outside seating. The food was amazing and so are the drinks. We got a spinach quiche and a pumpkin muffin. Both were amazing! read more

Brown Bear Baking - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

A great bakery on an island can make the world feel like a better place. This place is so popular that you may not get your world-feel-better favorite if you get there too late. It's small. Expect to be shoulder to shoulder with fellow pastry lovers. They're efficient and know how to keep the line moving. Having said that, it's a little chaotic. Ok, maybe a lot. But something feels ok about that, to me. So much life. That could feel better on an island than a quiet little sleepy bakery. So many smiles! read more

Worth every penny of gas for my airplane ride over from the mainland. Worth every bit of the time and energy to walk the mile from the airport to the bakery. Worth the social challenge of standing in line and dealing with the frustrating slow orderers ahead of us, to get just an orange breakfast bun. Imagine what I'd endure to get 3 other pastries as well. Pivotal to my life-joy. Thank you for you. read more

Have you ever been to a place so delicious you turned around and came back for the very next meal? Listen, Moran State park is spectacular, but the real beauty on this island lies in Brown Bear's gigantic pastries and warm service. This is my second time on orcas and i made sure i was coming on a day this gem was open. I've been thinking about that pumpkin muffin for the last two years, and I'm so happy another one is in my bag for the ferry back to San Juan. Don't miss the Croque Monsieur! read more

What a LOVELY little bakery! Friendly, warm staff and delicious pastries, coffee, and more. The ham and leek quiche was incredible.

The BEST! A must-try if you are on orcas island for breakfast/dessert. Arrive early as they sell out of items by closing time. The pain au chocolat is one of my favorites on the menu- but the orange morning bun is also amazing- you can't go wrong! I also really appreciate the outdoor patio/garden outside the shop. It is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy some coffee and Brown bear pastries! read more

Overwhelming choice of baked goods, friendly atmosphere and very busy. Good service, but hard to make a decision, because of so many choices. However, don't think it matters, everything is good. read more

For food, we ordered a pecan sticky bun and a kouign-amann. I thought the sticky bun was pretty good, my wife would've wanted it sweeter (she does have a sweet tooth and I really like bitter, nutty flavors). The kouign-amann looked a little over-baked but I tried it anyway since I love kouign-amann; the problem was the salt. They did describe it as "wildflour [sic] honey and Maldon sea salt" but it tasted like pure salt, I couldn't even finish half. It would've actually been fine otherwise. For drinks, I only ordered a decaf espresso and it was horribly sour--undrinkable. The service was speedy and friendly, the ambiance was decent but not as cute or whimsy as other places. I wouldn't go again even if it was the only place open. read more

Great little bakery on the corner! Friendly server! Yummy cookies! Had a PB sandwich, it was 2 cookies sandwiching pb creme inside! read more

Brown Bear is always my first stop when I visit Eastsound, Orcas Island because it sets the tone for my stay, warm, cozy, and delicious! read more

Brown Bear Baking - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eastsound, Washington

Talk about friendly!?! The owners and staff at this coffee shop meets bakery are so, so nice! They made a point to come over and talk to us, we had a few commonalities in common (such as both being from Las Vegas), what a small world? They make the most delicious pastries ranging from sweet to savory, and their coffee is also the bomb! The vibe on the island is definitely more friendly and relaxed, so we appreciate how people like this treat others. Friendly, caring, genuine. They took the time to introduce themselves, say hello and give recommendations for things to see or do on the island. Plus, the scones and sticky buns make everything much better too, right? Definitely stop by if you're in Eastsound! read more

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Went there twice while visiting, excellent food both times, service was lax the first time, hence one less star. Apparently you can't even spare the time to say "I will be with you in just a moment" while you are yakking it up with a girlfriend keeping a customer (the only customer) standing there waiting for at least 5 minutes! read more

Visited Orcas for the weekend and had the pleasure of trying Brown Bear Baking. So yummy and fresh. Everyone working was kind and warm. I had the seasonal veggie quiche (roasted tomato & kale), orange morning bun, and a pain au chocolat with a chai tea to wash it all down. read more

The smoked salmon quiche might be the best quiche I have ever had! Wonderful peach croissant and almond milk latte as well. Will definitely return to try more next time I'm on the island! read more

The owner is a man passionate about baking. The cafe is a working bakery. You can see the bakers shaping the loaves, seeing it rise in the bannetons and them coming out of the oven smelling of heaven. read more

Great baked goods and coffee! The quiche was delicious too. The best part was the friendly and efficient team working to quickly get a lot of people served. Lines are long but worth the wait. read more

The orange morning bun was sold out by 1 pm. We got the savory ham and cheese croissant w came w a small salad and the peach croissant. Both were delicious. Line was long but it moved fast. read more

Brown Bear Baking - Ham and cheese croissant w Brie, small salad, peach croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eastsound, Washington